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  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Hidden… With… Christ… In… God.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 2, 2024
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     | 1,785 views

    The world system we were raised in taught relative truth. Self-reliance, and only that which can be perceived through the natural is real. 2 Corinthians 4:18, teaches us that the unseen world is more real than the seen world.

    Hidden… With… Christ… In… God. Colossians 3:3 Colossians 3:3KJV ”For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God.“ Several years ago, a pastor made appointment to see me. The pastor told me he had struggled for 13 years in his Christian experience, going through one trial after ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Prevail Completely Over Every Difficulty, Demon, And Even Death

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Feb 20, 2024
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    Have you ever pulled off a lopsided victory—a volleyball match perhaps or a basketball game in which your team dominated from start to finish, or a race in which you finished minutes ahead of everyone else?

    In last Sunday’s Super Bowl, the Chiefs prevailed over the 49’s. The first three quarters may not have been especially exciting, but the Fourth Quarter and Over Time were something else! Last Sunday’s game was sure a lot more competitive than Super Bowl XXIV. In that 1990 championship game, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Seed In My Hand PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023
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    This sermon encourages us to find hope, satisfaction, and rewards in God's promises, emphasizing the spiritual benefits of living in righteousness and faith.

    Good morning, dear family of God. We gather here today, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters in Christ. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our Scripture today comes from the book of Zechariah, chapter 8, verse 12. It says, "For the seed shall be prosperous, the vine ...read more

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    I Didn't Expect That PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 7, 2023
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    This sermon encourages embracing faith to overcome fear, allowing God's guidance through challenging times, and finding deliverance through trust in Him.

    Good morning, friends. We gather here today with open hearts. Ready to receive. Ready to listen. Ready to grow. Today, let's turn our attention to the book of 2 Kings. Specifically, chapter 6, verse 16. It reads, "Do not be afraid, for those who are with us are more than those who are with them." ...read more

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    Thankfulness PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 16, 2023
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     | 1,303 views

    Explores how to maintain joy, prayer, and gratitude in all circumstances, even during difficult times, as a Christian duty.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We are gathered here today in the love and fellowship that binds us together. We are here to share, to learn, and to grow in the light of God's Word. Our focus today is on a simple, yet powerful passage from the book of 1 Thessalonians. It's a ...read more

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    I've Been Redeemed PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 13, 2023
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    This sermon encourages believers to endure life's trials with faith, knowing that salvation is assured through Christ, and to emerge as survivors, not victims.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. Today, we come together, not as individuals, but as a family, bound by our shared faith and love for our Lord. We gather here, not just to worship, but to find solace, strength, and wisdom in the teachings of our Savior. The world outside may be filled with ...read more

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    Blessedness Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 10, 2024
     | 1,284 views

    The Beatitudes offer blessings where we would not think to look for them.

    Blessedness Jeffery Anselmi / General Core 52 / Blessed; The Beatitudes / Matthew 5:11–12 The Beatitudes offer blessings where we would not think to look for them. INTRODUCTION - When you think of being blessed, what comes to your mind? - Maybe you got the job you wanted, and rightfully so, you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Eleven Ways God Improves Us With Pruning

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 28, 2004
    based on 54 ratings
     | 34,558 views

    Jesus said that His Father prunes His children. The richest, the fullest, the most fruitful lives are those that have been strengthened through the painful process of tribulation. We have no right to believe that God will use us until He has cut away wha

    Eleven Ways God Improves us With Pruning (John 15:2) Illustration:Every branch that bears fruit He prunes, that it may bear more fruit. --John 15:2 I have several grapevines in my garden, and each year I cut out loads of long, spindly vines. Unless I remove these, they will take all the strength ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Spiritual Solutions For Depression

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 1, 2004
    based on 54 ratings
     | 7,305 views

    Pain is inevitable, but misery is optional. We cannot avoid pain, but we can avoid joy. The Holy Spirit amplifies His nearness and comforting powers to us, when we are feeling depressed. David wrote, "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves tho

    Spiritual Solutions for Depression Quote: Pain is inevitable, but misery is optional. We cannot avoid pain, but we can avoid joy. Tim Hansel Psalm 34:18 Illustration: Many are suffering from emotional stress that often times leads to depression. Jim Varney who played Earnest T ("know what I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faithful Till The End

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Mar 19, 2005
    based on 100 ratings
     | 15,735 views

    THE LORD’S FINAL WORDS "IT IS FINISHED" 1. REVEALS THAT JESUS FAITHFULLY FULFILLED HIS MISSION, 2. REVEALS THE PERSEVERANCE OF JESUS.

    FAITHFUL TILL THE END "IT IS FINISHED" (JOHN 19:30) INTRODUCTION: THE SIXTH SAYING FROM THE CROSS IS FOUND IN JOHN 19:30. "When He had received the drink, Jesus said, "It is finished." With that, He bowed His head and gave up His spirit” (John 19:30). Illustration The Greeks had a race in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Bridging The Generation Gap

    Contributed by David Parks on Nov 1, 2002
    based on 55 ratings
     | 14,832 views

    Christ ist the bridge that brings the generations together

    The Tie That Binds: Bridging the Generation Gap INTRODUCTION: 1. How many of you recall the the first time when someone first coined the phrase, "Generation Gap?" 2. I was a teen ager. It was the dawning of the age of Aquarius, the hippies, Height Ashbury, bell bottomed trousers, long side burns, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Nine Characteristics Of Conquering Love

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 20, 2003
    based on 55 ratings
     | 4,630 views

    We live in a world where we have to choose daily between being a victor or a victim. Fortunately the Lord gives us the power to overcome evil with good through the power of His conquering love. Here are nine essential characteristics of a love that helps

    Nine Characteristics of Conquering Love (Rom 8:31-39) We live in a world where we have to choose daily between being a victor or a victim. Fortunately the Lord gives us the power to overcome evil with good through the power of His conquering love. Here are nine essential characteristics of a love ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How The Holy Spirit Helps You Pay The Price To Be A Great Leader

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 54 ratings
     | 5,920 views

    The Holy Spirit guides you to Godly leaders who will serve as great examples for you. David wrote, "I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you and watch over you." (Psa. 32:8)

    How The Holy Spirit Helps You Pay the Price to be a Great Leader (Psa. 32:8) Illustration;Matthew Henry went to London, met a young lady of the nobility, who was also wealthy, and they fell in love. She went to ask her father if she could marry him and he said, "He’s got no background, you don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Jesus Directed His People Toward Excellence

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 54 ratings
     | 3,339 views

    Excellence is found in Christ Jesus for every dimension of our personal life, relationship and activities.

    How Jesus Directed His People Toward Excellence Matt 5:48 Illustration:Serious critics sometimes argue that the standards in art are always relative, but all artistic masterpieces give them the lie. John Gardner in The Art of Fiction: Notes of Craft for Young Writers. The only thing most ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Final Requests Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 10, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,994 views

    PAUL’S FINAL REQUESTS REFLECT HIS HEART FOR MINISTRY, HIS STRUGGLE WITH LONELINESS, AND HIS ASSURANCE OF HEAVENLY GLORY

    BIG IDEA: PAUL’S FINAL REQUESTS REFLECT HIS HEART FOR MINISTRY, HIS STRUGGLE WITH LONELINESS, AND HIS ASSURANCE OF HEAVENLY GLORY I. (:9-12) REQUEST FOR COMPANIONSHIP AND ASSISTANCE A. Paul Would Like to Have Timothy With Him “Make every effort to come to me soon” – repeated in vs. 21 where ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible